In this episode, DevTech’s Leon “Skip” Waskin welcomes his longtime friend, actor and humanitarian advocate Jeff Fahey, along with Steve Martineau, Executive Director of Friends Forever International (FFI), to the podcast. Skip guides Jeff and Steve through a conversation about their contributions to international development. Jeff reflects on his humanitarian work and global travels, while Steve discusses FFI, its mission, and the transformative impact it has had on young people worldwide. Together, they explore the deep personal significance of their work and the crucial role empathy plays in their efforts to serve humankind.
Jeff Fahey is an American actor known for his roles in films such as Silverado and The Lawnmower Man and television shows like Lost. Beyond his successful acting career, Fahey has dedicated much of his life to humanitarian efforts, working in conflict zones and impoverished regions around the world. His extensive work includes advocating for refugees and supporting various global development projects, reflecting his deep commitment to improving lives through compassion and action.
As Executive Director of Friends Forever International, Steve Martineau has led the organization’s expansion since November 2005. Steve has over 25 years of experience in the NGO sector. Under his leadership, FFI has established sites across the U.S. and founded Friends Forever Europe in Belfast, while acquiring and renovating key campuses in New Hampshire, Northern Ireland, and Belize for peace and leadership development. His collaboration with New Hampshire’s Department of Education focuses on transforming education through partnerships between students, parents, schools, and the community.
